Summary
So, you’ve beatenSonic X Shadow Generations, but you don’t want to stop playing. After all, it only takes a measly six hours to reach the end credits, and that includes all the new content. What can you do to get more bang for your buck?
Thankfully, you don’t have to turn off the game just yet. While the main story only lasts a few hours, completionists have plenty of post-game content to enjoy. Whether you want to climb the online leaderboards or tackle harder variations of the bosses, these are the best things to do after you beat the game.
8Get The S-Ranks
Gotta Go Fast
After clearing a level, you’re given a score based on how well you played, with the highest being the almighty S-Rank. As Sonic, you must reach the goal as fast as possible without dying, with bonus points based on your ring count. Shadow’s conditions are almost the same, except you’re allowed to lose a life.
Getting an S-Rank can be pretty tricky, so here are some tips to help you out:
7Play As Super Sonic
Use The Chaos Emeralds In Any Level
Super Sonic is not limited to the final boss! After youdefeat the Time Eater, you unlock the Super Sonic skill, letting you transform during any stage once you’ve collected 50 rings. Not only are you invincible, but you can also pull off some pretty incredible speedruns.
On Shadow’s side, you can turn on Doom Wings before entering each level, allowing you to fly after collecting 50 rings. It’s kind of like a super transformation minus the invincibility. Still, it’s a blast to find new shortcuts and bypass those pesky obstacles.
6Collect The Rocket Parts
Help Orbot And Cubot Escape
Throughout Shadow Generations, you may have noticed the nuts and bolts scattered across the White Space. Those are rocket parts, which you can bring to Orbot and Cubot to help them return home. There are 80 in total, and they can be pretty tough to find.
Your best bet is to search every nook and cranny in the overworld, including on the tops of buildings and inside crevasses. The more you collect, the more art you unlock. The end payoff is pretty funny, too.
5Complete The Challenge Acts
There Are A Lot More Than You Might Think
If you’ve beaten the game, you’ll remember the mini challenge acts required to unlock each boss. In Sonic’s story, there’s a total of 90 challenges split evenly between the two hedgehogs. However, you only need to complete nine to reach the credits, meaning you still have a whopping 81 levels to play!
Granted, some are better than others. While the race against Tails isa clever nod to Sonic Adventure, other challenges, like the rhythm minigame with Vector, can get a tad frustrating. Nonetheless, it’s more content to enjoy, and you even get artwork and music after beating each one.
4Get The High Score In Casino Night
A Nostalgic Pinball Minigame
Did you know Casino Night Zone is in the game? Well, kind of. Right above Sky Sanctuary, there’s a pinball minigame based on the famous Sonic 2 level, though it plays more like Casinopolis from Sonic Adventure.
The goal is to roll either Classic or Modern Sonic around the board, collect medals, and rack up as many points as possible. You may even find a secret slot machine once you get really good. Each hedgehog has a unique ability, so play as both and attempt to beat your high score!
3Play Online Mode
Conquer The Worldwide Leaderboards
Want to prove that you’re the fastest thing alive? Why not compare your runtimes to other players from across the globe? On the title screen for each game, there’s an option to play Online Mode, where you can speedrun your favorite levels and attempt to climb the leaderboards.
Needless to say, it’s much easier said than done. Remember that practice makes perfect. Take some time to explore the stages, discover hidden shortcuts, and master the trickier sections. You’ll be zooming up the ranks in no time!
2Explore The Doom Zone
Tackle Harder Levels And Bosses
Looking for a challenge? You can unlock harder levels by transforming the White Space into the Doom Zone. This is done automaticallyonce you get the Doom Wings, but it reverts back to normal after you defeat the final boss. Luckily, you can re-enter the Doom Zone by activating the eye in the center of the overworld.
Doing so unlocks harder variations of the challenge stages, overworld challenges, and boss fights, all of which put your platforming skills to the ultimate test. If the game was a breeze for you, give these stages a try.
1Find The Star Rings, Chao, And Collection Keys
Have You Found Them All?
It wouldn’t be a platformer without collectibles, and both campaigns have plenty to find. Each of Sonic’s levels has five well-hidden star rings and three lost Chao. Meanwhile, Shadow’s stages have three secret Collection Keys, whichyou can use to unlock the treasure chestsin the White Space.
While Sonic games are all about going fast, it pays to go slower when hunting for collectibles. They’re usually hidden in alternative paths and hard-to-reach areas, so verify to take your time and explore each level. You’ll find them after a bit of searching.
